This two page backgrounder provides critical information for understanding the famine in Somalia and surrounding areas. It reviews the region's tendency towards drought, how colonization played a role...more
Jesus' prayer asking God to "Give us this day our daily bread" can inspire Christians today to think seriously and hopefully about a reworking our food system and lifestyles so that food sec...more
The lack of food security for much of the world's population is slowing down progress toward the Millenium Development Goals. Catholic Social Teaching, particularly statements by Pope John Paul II, te...more
This is one of six case studies that focuses on justice issues that impact children around the world. This case study focuses on children and hunger in Eritrea. It can be used during Lent along with t...more
Those who are poor often do not have the option of buying healthy and nutritious foods. Instead, they often rely on cheaper, high calorie foods that maximize calorie intake for each dollar spent. This...more
